Top 10 Bathroom Design Trends For 2014

Glass tile and freestanding bath tubs make the list of the top 10 bathroom remodeling trends for 2014.

Glass tile and freestanding bath tubs make the list of the top 10 bathroom remodeling trends for 2014. (Posted By Normandy Remodeling, Community Contributor)

Posted By Normandy Remodeling, Community Contributor

The expert Designers from Normandy Remodeling are predicting 2014 to be a big year for luxurious, spa-like bathrooms that tailor to homeowners’ lifestyles. While there are some classics on the list, there are also new elements that homeowners can’t wait to incorporate into their bathrooms. Here are the bathroom trends that the award-winning Normandy Remodeling Design Team anticipates to be popular this year:

1. Large tiles for flooring. This means smaller grout lines and less maintenance for homeowners 2. Custom showers. Homeowners are opting for bigger showers that include elements that fit their personal taste, whether that be pebble flooring, niches, benches, body sprays – you name it. It’s about making the bathroom their version of an at-home spa. 3. Freestanding bathtubs. People are incorporating this classic element in place of the whirlpool tubs with tub decks. 4. Polished nickel fixtures. These fixtures complement a variety of color schemes and homeowners are finding them to be a good investment. 5. Glass tile backsplash. Whether it’s used as a focal point in the shower or an accent around the bathroom, glass tile adds a touch of glam and sparkle to a space. 6. Frameless glass showers. This design element makes the bathroom look more open and spacious. 7. Heated floors. Especially for Chicago area homeowners that endure cold winters, heated floors take the chill out of cold tile floors. 8. Freestanding vanities. These vanities give the appearance of freestanding furniture, and can lend an eclectic or found furniture look to a bathroom. 9. Natural colors. Homeowners find soft blues, tans and greens in the bathroom to be soothing and help create a spa-like aesthetic. 10. Zero threshold showers. Elements like this are becoming more popular as homeowners decide to age in place.

About Normandy RemodelingNormandy Remodeling is a Design/Build remodeling firm that develops plans and designs and then executes those plans to create a single point of contact for a homeowner’s remodeling project. Normandy Remodeling has been providing award winning kitchens, baths, renovations and additions to Chicago area clients for nearly 35 years. Normandy is known for great service, high ethical standards, and exceptional quality of work. Their dedication to their clients has previously earned them the title of Remodeler of the Year by Professional Remodeler Magazine, as well as the distinction of GuildQuality Guildmaster Award from 2008 through 2012. Centrally located in Hinsdale, Normandy Remodeling services the entire Chicago Metro area. Normandy’s headquarters also features an 8,000 sq ft showroom that allows prospective clients to learn more about the renovation process and makes the selections process for existing clients quick and convenient. More information is available at http://www.NormandyRemodeling.com